2022 Symposium Archive (Statesboro)
Triene to Succeed Organic Chemistry
Location
Poster Session 1 (Henderson Library)
Session Format
Poster Presentation
Your Campus
Statesboro Campus- Henderson Library, April 20th
Academic Unit
Department of Chemistry
Research Area Topic:
Education & Learning - STEM Education
Co-Presenters and Faculty Mentors or Advisors
Dr. Christine Whitlock- Mentor
Dr. Shainaz Landge- Mentor
Abstract
Organic Chemistry can be challenging for some students, which is why Georgia Southern offers academic tutoring or supplemental instruction (SI) sessions for students. These voluntarily planned sessions work to assist struggling students or peers who want extra practice, and propel them forward by providing a safe space to ask questions. Most SI sessions focus more on practical learning, i.e. practice and repetition leading to retrieval practice. This project explains how classes, which tend to aid auditory, visual, and practical learners through the use of hands-on activities and games, are more appreciated. Each game/activity targets what was taught in previous classes and provides a new perspective, a different way of thinking, on tougher or more complex topics. Difficult topics like nomenclature, stereochemistry, and acid/base reactions will be explained.
Program Description
This project describes a novel learning aid used to teach Organic Chemistry. Each game/activity targets what was taught in previous classes and provides a new perspective on more complex topics. Difficult topics like nomenclature, stereochemistry, and acid/base reactions will be discussed.
Start Date
4-20-2022 10:00 AM
End Date
4-20-2022 11:30 AM
Creative Commons License
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Copyright
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Recommended Citation
Canicatti, Meghan, "Triene to Succeed Organic Chemistry" (2022). GS4 Student Scholars Symposium. 90.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/research_symposium/2022/2022/90
Triene to Succeed Organic Chemistry
Poster Session 1 (Henderson Library)
Organic Chemistry can be challenging for some students, which is why Georgia Southern offers academic tutoring or supplemental instruction (SI) sessions for students. These voluntarily planned sessions work to assist struggling students or peers who want extra practice, and propel them forward by providing a safe space to ask questions. Most SI sessions focus more on practical learning, i.e. practice and repetition leading to retrieval practice. This project explains how classes, which tend to aid auditory, visual, and practical learners through the use of hands-on activities and games, are more appreciated. Each game/activity targets what was taught in previous classes and provides a new perspective, a different way of thinking, on tougher or more complex topics. Difficult topics like nomenclature, stereochemistry, and acid/base reactions will be explained.
